Quote Originally Posted by Feanor
Indeed, noteably the US itself as you were doubtless implying. We in Canada certainly feel that US interests are constantly try to create exceptions to the spirit of NAFTA. 'Sticks mentions supposed Canadian lumber "subsidies"; there are more examples that work the other way.

But like I said, we certainly criticize "free trade" based on how it is working, not just where it is not -- see my issues with NAFTA, above and below.
HI Feanor...

I really wasn't singling out the US. I've seen enough examples of Canadian protectionism to know it's systemic throughout both nations. Every country wants free-trade when they're exporting, and protectionism in election years and when they're importing. Sometimes Canada and the US team up vs other economies where there's mutual interest (automobiles) sometimes it's cross border dispute and the rhetoric on both sides of the border ramps up. I'm not convinced any one country is better or worse in this area...they all cheat for different reasons.